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Variables
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In general, data tables should have the following
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Independent Variable (What you modify) |
Dependent Variable (What you Measure) |
Average of the Trials |
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Trial 1 |
Trial 2 |
Trial 3 |
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For example, if you are interested in how take-off
time is affected by the mass of a model rubber-powered plane, your table would
like the following:
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Mass (g) of a rubber-powered plane |
Time (seconds) to Take-off |
Average Time (seconds) to Take-off |
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Trial 1 |
Trial 2 |
Trial 3 |
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15 g |
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18 g |
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21 g |
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When making graphs, the independent variable should be
placed along the bottom of the x-axis. The dependent variable should be placed on
the side of the y-axis.
